Author: Chester Smith

Deputy Speaker, Thomas P. Fallah, has signaled clear support for disciplinary actions against Representative Yekeh Kolubah, stating he will back an expulsion if it becomes the final decision of the Legislature. The escalation centers on comments Kolubah made regarding a border dispute between Liberia and Guinea, in which he reportedly claimed the disputed territory does not belong to Liberia. During an appearance on the OK Morning Rush program on April 13, Fallah emphasized that Kolubah must be held accountable for statements that “undermine the sovereignty of our state”. He predicted that “action will be taken” regardless of Kolubah’s pushback. The House Committee on Rules,…

At the opening of the World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington, D.C., Liberia’s Minister of Public Works, Hon. Roland Layfette Giddings, joined global leaders and development partners in a high-level dialogue on “Transport Corridors as Engines of Jobs, Trade, Resilience and Regional Integration in Africa.” The session underscored a growing global consensus that infrastructure must move beyond roads and become a driver of economic transformation across the continent. Delivering a powerful message, World Bank Vice President for Infrastructure, Valerie Levkov, reminded participants that “a corridor is not merely a trade route; it is a lifeline,” stressing that disruptions in key…

Amos Harris  United Kingdom and Liberia’s international diplomacy continues to gain remarkable momentum as Ambassador Genevieve A. Kennedy held a prestigious high-level meeting with Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Speaker of the British House of Commons, at the historic Speaker’s House within the Parliamentary grounds of Westminster. The landmark courtesy visit marks another significant diplomatic breakthrough for the Boakai administration, reinforcing Liberia’s renewed global outreach and deepening its historic alliance with the United Kingdom. Held in a warm and highly cordial atmosphere, the meeting celebrated the longstanding friendship between Liberia and Britain, a relationship that spans more than a century and continues…

Alexander B. Cummings, political leader of the Alternative National Congress (ANC), has condemned the House of Representatives’ push to expel Montserrado County District #10 lawmaker Yekeh Kolubah, labeling the official reason—a dispute over border statements—as a mere smokescreen. Cummings alleged the true motive is Kolubah’s “fierce opposition” to President Joseph Boakai’s administration. “The lawmaker’s radical style was once defended by many when it targeted the previous CDC government,” he said. “The same firebrand politics cannot now be condemned simply because they target the current regime. Punishing a dissenting voice sends a dangerous message that free speech is only tolerated when…

Deputy Finance Minister for Budget and Development Planning at the Ministry of Finance and Development planning Tanneh Brunson on Tuesday appeared before criminal court C” to testify in the ongoing economic sabotage case involving former finance minister Samuel Tweah and other co-defendants as the prosecution subpoenaed witness. Our correspondent said the Deputy Minister’s testimony appears to undermine a key claim made by the state lead witness . On Monday, April 13, defense counsel wrapped up cross-examination of lead investigator Baba Boika , exposing gaps between his conclusions and Brunson’s earlier statement to the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC). Boika had cited…

Bo Waterside, Grand Cape Mount County – April 14, 2026, for decades, Bo Waterside—the border town and key port of entry between Liberia and Sierra Leone—has operated in darkness, despite generating vital monthly revenue for the nation’s coffers. That changed this week as the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) installed the town’s first streetlights, transforming its nighttime landscape and boosting safety for residents, traders, and travelers. The project marks a historic milestone for the remote community in Grand Cape Mount County, where unreliable power has long hindered daily life and commerce. LEC crews planted streetlights along major roads leading to the…

—Government Warns Construction on on alleyways, rights-of-way, or over utility infrastructure (water/sewer lines) The Government of Liberia says in an effort to increase community access to alleyways; the Ministry of Public Works will commence alley investigations and openings in communities across Montserrado and Margibi counties. In a statement, the Ministry o Public Works states that this exercise will provide community layout diagrams, identify clear encroachments, and increase pliability across these communities. “The below schedule is for the month of April, and will be updated monthly. We therefore encourage residents of Montserrado & Margibi Counties to remain patient, as this exercise…

—Expands Nationwide Tax Compliance Training to Strengthen Local Revenue Systems The Liberia Revenue Authority, through its Domestic Tax Department, has ended a three-day stakeholder engagement initiative marking the start of Phase Three of the Real Property Tax Expansion Project in Grand Bassa County. The project, supported by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) with funding from the Government of Sweden, is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen real property tax administration and improve revenue generation at the county level. Phase Three of the initiative targets Electoral District Number 3 and focuses on key technical activities, including digital property mapping, data…

By Amos Harris Fresh disclosures from Bea Mountain Mining Company to Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung Sr. have reignited serious public concern over the true impact of Liberia’s extractive sector, as citizens question how a company reportedly generating an estimated US$1.62 billion annually from gold production continues to operate in communities still trapped in poverty, poor health conditions, and underdevelopment. According to company officials, Bea Mountain currently produces about 900 kilograms of gold every month, a figure that is just short of one metric ton. With gold prices trading at roughly US$152,000 to US$153,000 per kilogram, the company’s monthly output…

By Amos Hsrris  Former Finance Minister Samuel D. Tweah, came under renewed legal pressure at Criminal Court “C” as the prosecution’s first witness delivered strong testimony alleging that he authorized the illegal transfer of millions in public funds outside Liberia’s established financial procedures.  Recent court reporting shows the case centers on about L$1.055 billion and US$500,000 allegedly moved through the Financial Intelligence Agency (FIA) for “joint security operations.” During the 51st day’s sitting of the ongoing economic crimes trial, prosecution witness Baba Mohammed Boika, a senior Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) investigator, remained firm under lengthy cross-examination, insisting that the transactions…